Pete said:Jude,
I hear what your saying, but don't you think at the pro level of play (after the pros start playing it all the time) the game is to easy. I mean if a pro gets to the table in 8 ball, they have a far higher percentage of running out then in 9 ball (I mean after the break). In 9 ball, you need to hve a shot on one and only one ball. In 8 ball there could be as many as 14 shots on the table to start with.
How would you compensate for that? Tougher equipment (IPT), which rules,longer races, alternate break, safe breaks allowed. I really want your opinion, your a respected contributer on the board here. So please continue with your thoughts.
Pete
What's wrong with breaking and running out? Yes, you may have to lengthen the matches but I see absolutely nothing wrong with players running several racks at a time. In fact, I think that's what makes pool exciting.